This test measures the actual RNA protein in the blood and gives an estimate of the viral load to the body. It helps determine the severity of the infection and is used as a guide to start treatment. The Hepatitis C virus causes chronic hepatitis in many cases. This can lead to liver cell failure. This virus has a protein core (RNA) and is found in the blood when the virus multiplies. An HCV RNA qualitative test detects the presence or absence of the viral core protein.Read more

• To diagnose hepatitis C infection.

• To assess the viral load in an infected patient.

• To monitor treatment with anti-viral therapy and check for viral clearance.

• Organ donor/recipient workup.

• People with recent HCV infection to assess viral load.

• People who are receiving an organ donation.

• Patients with chronic hepatitis C on antiviral therapy.

• High-risk individuals for hepatitis C like drug users, sex workers, and frequent blood transfusion patients.

• Babies born to HCV-positive mothers.

• The Ceruloplasmin Test price varies by city and healthcare provider, starting from ₹750 to ₹1460